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NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY HARPER’S BAZAAR • In this candid memoir, featuring a foreword by Barbra Streisand, renowned designer Donna Karan shares intimate details about her lonely childhood, her four-plus decades in the fashion industry, her two marriages, motherhood, and her ongoing quest for self-acceptance and spiritual peace. Donna Karan was born into the fashion business—her father was a tailor, and her mother was a showroom model and Seventh Avenue saleswoman—yet Karan dreamed of becoming a dancer like Martha Graham or a singer like Barbra Streisand. Fashion was her destiny, though. My Journey traces Karan’s early days as an intern at Anne Klein, the creation of her Seven Easy Pieces (which forever changed the way working women dressed), and the meteoric rise of her company. Along with juicy industry stories, Karan candidly discusses her difficult mother and traumatic childhood, her turbulent romantic life, all the loved ones she has lost over the years, and the personal awakening that occurred just as she reached the height of professional and financial success. That awakening set Karan down a path of spiritual discovery and self-improvement. From est to Kabbalah, from silent retreats to leech therapy, Karan tried everything to find, as she writes, “calm in the chaos.” But she also reveals how a chaotic life, fueled by endless curiosity and childlike impulses, helped her design seminal collections season after season for global powerhouse brands Donna Karan New York and DKNY. She also details how she has channeled her creativity (and her urge to solve problems and nurture others) into philanthropic work, particularly her early outspoken advocacy for AIDS awareness and research, and the creation of her Urban Zen Foundation, focusing on integrated healthcare and education as well as preservation of culture, which led to her current efforts in Haiti. Karan’s life has been crowded with glamorous characters and adventures around the world. But she sometimes still feels like that awkward teen from Long Island who never fit in—which makes her all the more endearing. Brimming with Karan’s infectious energy, My Journey is about much more than the fashion It is the story of a young woman whose vision and hard work made her a role model for women everywhere—a woman who dreamed big, fought to have it all, broke the rules, and loved passionately along the way.Praise for My Journey“By turns moving, insightful, and hilarious, yet always, always heartfelt . . . When you’re a true force of fashion, nothing holds you back.”—Vogue“When Donna Karan stepped down . . . it was the end of an era, so consider this autobiography her parting gift. . . . Expect a holistic view of the woman behind one of the most influential American labels.”—StyleCaster“Donna’s creativity and passion as a committed philanthropist are matched only by her gift for friendship. Whether she’s making the world more beautiful or giving a Haitian artisan the tools to create a sustainable business, Donna has always led with great heart and wonderful humor.”—President Bill Clinton“What we take for granted often comes from the most revolutionary of sources. In New York in the 1980s, no one was more radical than Donna Karan. She created a way of dressing that was womanly, practical, and empowering.
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First published October 13, 2015
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November 14, 2015
I love reading memoirs and biographies like MY JOURNEY. The early chapters in this book are well-written and interesting--then it goes downhill from there. The book was OK but there is a lot of missing information such as transitions between the chapters to connect them into a coherent story. Buy this book for the pictures but I'd suggest reading the first few chapters and skimming the rest. I blame poor editorial direction for this fiasco. Great topic and interesting person but the book does not deliver.
October 23, 2015
Written in a very genuine voice that enables the reader to step out of his/her own life and into Donna's. I always like when an autobiography does that. That said, I would not want to be Donna Karan and I definitely wouldn't want to work for her.
March 28, 2016
Blah! Blah! Blah! Very impressed with herself, her name brand friends, her real estate and her travels. I wonder how many of the people she referred to as "friends" were true friends or sycophants. I was horrified by the way she treated her first husband.
It seemed like she had a lot of employee turnover. I noticed that the young man who inspired her to enter the menswear market and introduced her to the key tailor did not last long either. I was really cheering for the artist who sent her an invoice after she had him "store" his art on the walls of her home. It seemed to me that the talent she and Stephan had was knowing when to unload a business they had made a mess of. I especially disliked the way she flaunted her "philanthropy". All in all, not a person I can admire.
It seemed like she had a lot of employee turnover. I noticed that the young man who inspired her to enter the menswear market and introduced her to the key tailor did not last long either. I was really cheering for the artist who sent her an invoice after she had him "store" his art on the walls of her home. It seemed to me that the talent she and Stephan had was knowing when to unload a business they had made a mess of. I especially disliked the way she flaunted her "philanthropy". All in all, not a person I can admire.
June 7, 2017
I loved this book. I've been on a spiritual journey mostly the past 5 years, and its been fascinating both discovering the behind the scenes in the fashion industry, all her success, challenges, but mostly Donna's spiritual journey.
The journey through her relationships. It was a lot of validation that we are ALL on a spiritual journey as so much was familiar - signs, synchronicites, the people who show up, and those you have to walk away from.
All the lessons, and growth.
I was sad reading the last page…that it was over. It was as they say like "losing a friend"….
The journey through her relationships. It was a lot of validation that we are ALL on a spiritual journey as so much was familiar - signs, synchronicites, the people who show up, and those you have to walk away from.
All the lessons, and growth.
I was sad reading the last page…that it was over. It was as they say like "losing a friend"….
August 15, 2018
Let me start by saying, no, Donna, everyone does not look good in black. At first, this was a delightfully fast-paced book about the fashion industry. About halfway through I realized it was just a manic life. Constant work, constant ridiculous consumption of every imaginable thing– – houses, vacations, clothing— combined with the name dropping of so many “great friends“. “Spirituality“? Whatever lots of money could buy, from psychiatrists, to seers to any other “trending” thing counted as “spiritual” a experience. Just everything way over the top. I’ll take my quiet, meaningful, moderate life and faith in God anyway.
As she described various designs, I could picture many of the trends she described that I didn’t realize had originated with her.
I’m thinking some CS Lewis may be in order for me.
As she described various designs, I could picture many of the trends she described that I didn’t realize had originated with her.
I’m thinking some CS Lewis may be in order for me.
May 12, 2016
When Anne Klein died Donna Karen just happened to be in the right place at the right time. I like how when you read this book it seems like Donna Karen is actually talking with you. You can put the book down and return to it feeling like you are continuing a conversation with her. At 65 she finally retires and that is where the book ends. I hope there is a part two because now is when the best of her life is supposed to begin.
February 6, 2017
I was sad to see this book end! Karan writes in a warm, self-aware tone that makes you trust her immediately and care what happens to her.
The book itself is a dishy behind-the-scenes look at her pioneering fashion career and philanthropy.
Her embrace of spirituality spoke to me in particular.
Though told sequentially, it's less a by-the-numbers narrative than a collection of life's highs and lows.
I learned a lot about fashion and the search for meaning. Donna seems like a remarkable woman.
The book itself is a dishy behind-the-scenes look at her pioneering fashion career and philanthropy.
Her embrace of spirituality spoke to me in particular.
Though told sequentially, it's less a by-the-numbers narrative than a collection of life's highs and lows.
I learned a lot about fashion and the search for meaning. Donna seems like a remarkable woman.
May 19, 2016
I LISTENED to this book in my car on CD. There were several CD's so it took a while. I loved it!
The narrator was excellent and didn't have a NY accent! (not my fave)
Very interesting story of Donna's life... home life and work. I found it very interesting and think anyone into retail/ fashion/ design etc. would like it!
The narrator was excellent and didn't have a NY accent! (not my fave)
Very interesting story of Donna's life... home life and work. I found it very interesting and think anyone into retail/ fashion/ design etc. would like it!
July 24, 2016
I grew up really admiring DK but reading this book has lessened that feeling. She comes across as privileged and a bit spoiled but completely unaware. Her taste is impeccable but you would never piece that together from reading this.
March 26, 2021
Incredible book.
I’ll be honest, I didn’t know who Donna Karan was. I have heard of DKNY, but never once cared to know who Donna Karan was so the fact that I bought this boo simply because of the reviews and not because of the author... that says something.
Donna Karan was refreshing. She made it very clear from the very beginning that a lot of the reason she’s as successful as she is, is due to being at the right place at the right time and knowing the right people. With her family in the fashion business and her friends in the entertainment and luxury world, it was relatively easy to connect with others. She did not have a fake rag to riches story that I find a lot of “self-made” millions explain. She was upfront and didn’t hide why she got to where she is but she also made it very clear that it also takes the right person, the right team, etc...
She was open about her life story, starting with how she ran Anne Klien to how she opened her business to how she married her second husband, it was an overview of her whole journey without missing a bit. I have tremendous respect for this woman and urge everyone to view her story and read about her journey
Her philanthropy? Incredible. She gave back to her community in ways I don’t think a lot of people with her status do. She was open about her personal and professional life that it felt like I was really reading her book.
What else? Her as a designer and business woman? It’s very obvious she worked very hard. Yes she was born privileged butttt she worked really hard and she had the vision. Utmost respect for this woman
I’ll be honest, I didn’t know who Donna Karan was. I have heard of DKNY, but never once cared to know who Donna Karan was so the fact that I bought this boo simply because of the reviews and not because of the author... that says something.
Donna Karan was refreshing. She made it very clear from the very beginning that a lot of the reason she’s as successful as she is, is due to being at the right place at the right time and knowing the right people. With her family in the fashion business and her friends in the entertainment and luxury world, it was relatively easy to connect with others. She did not have a fake rag to riches story that I find a lot of “self-made” millions explain. She was upfront and didn’t hide why she got to where she is but she also made it very clear that it also takes the right person, the right team, etc...
She was open about her life story, starting with how she ran Anne Klien to how she opened her business to how she married her second husband, it was an overview of her whole journey without missing a bit. I have tremendous respect for this woman and urge everyone to view her story and read about her journey
Her philanthropy? Incredible. She gave back to her community in ways I don’t think a lot of people with her status do. She was open about her personal and professional life that it felt like I was really reading her book.
What else? Her as a designer and business woman? It’s very obvious she worked very hard. Yes she was born privileged butttt she worked really hard and she had the vision. Utmost respect for this woman
November 21, 2020
This is a really hard one to review. While it could be argued her story is a worthwhile read, a good majority of the book is just drivel.
She had a very fascinating childhood, and explained the problems with her mother very well. But, as we progress into adulthood, she loses all sense of self-reflection. She seemed very flippant about cheating on a perfectly good man multiple times. Her work with Anne Klein carried me through her neglegance. That was amazing, and gave real industry insights into fashion politics.
I checked out, at the second half. So many descriptions about her job, yet none of it made her work more fascinating.
She had a very fascinating childhood, and explained the problems with her mother very well. But, as we progress into adulthood, she loses all sense of self-reflection. She seemed very flippant about cheating on a perfectly good man multiple times. Her work with Anne Klein carried me through her neglegance. That was amazing, and gave real industry insights into fashion politics.
I checked out, at the second half. So many descriptions about her job, yet none of it made her work more fascinating.
February 26, 2019
I choose to read My Journey because I adore Donna Karen's clothing designs. I already knew that she started at Anne Klein. Donna Karan's voice and soul come through her words as she writes like she designs. She is an artist and a visionary. I learned that she has retired after 30 years in the industry. Donna Karan left the field at the penacle of her vision. She took the hints from the divine that it was time to rest and enjoy her other passions. I love and respect Donna Karan as a person now, before I only knew her as my go to designer.
September 22, 2019
I enjoyed reading Donna Karan's book. She was open and honest about her life story and journey as a successful designer.
What I found sad was her endless search for true happiness. Money and fame doesn't give you that.
pg 242 - Nothing beats the quiet, the physical challenge, and the perspective you gain when you look up at an enormous tree and realize it's been there for hundreds of years, majestically growing taller and taller. Nature humbles you. It reminds you that you're only here for a little while, and that each day is a wondrous gift to enjoy.
What I found sad was her endless search for true happiness. Money and fame doesn't give you that.
pg 242 - Nothing beats the quiet, the physical challenge, and the perspective you gain when you look up at an enormous tree and realize it's been there for hundreds of years, majestically growing taller and taller. Nature humbles you. It reminds you that you're only here for a little while, and that each day is a wondrous gift to enjoy.
May 3, 2025
A very interesting woman.
The beginning of the book is the most interesting and the most reflective and analytical.
She does develop a slight victim complex amongst the whole story of her cheating on her first husband which does leave you rolling your eyes.
The second half does become a bit unfocused with stories lacking details or tying up to always provide a conclusion or bringing it back to why it was brought up.
The beginning of the book is the most interesting and the most reflective and analytical.
She does develop a slight victim complex amongst the whole story of her cheating on her first husband which does leave you rolling your eyes.
The second half does become a bit unfocused with stories lacking details or tying up to always provide a conclusion or bringing it back to why it was brought up.
October 23, 2025
Reading about her start and design process were interesting but, as the book went on, it became harder and harder to separate who she thinks she is (simple five town girl turned spiritual yogi) from who she obviously is (an ultra-rich, decadently spoiled celebrity). The book would also have been more concise if there had been less time given to the inner workings of her business in all its successive iterations. I could have found better ways to spend my time
January 23, 2018
I love fashion and I love reading about pioneers in the industry. I have to say, Donna Karan's history of starting her eponymous line as well as her journey through relationships (both partners and family) as well as where she is today was incredibly fascinating. I don't always agree with every stance she has, but it was a great read at times heartbreaking and others inspiring.
April 23, 2023
I loved this book. Donna Karan is open and exposes so much of herself, in a good way. I love fashion and believe she has a true natural talent. Her drive and ambition are incredible. She seems so humble and approachable. She was part of a big circle, with friends like Bill Clinton and Barbra Streisand, and she kept to her core values.
January 16, 2017
A rare insight into the fashion design world!
I didn't know much at all about Donna Karan going into the book. The anecdotes about her childhood - the death of her father, the secrecy, narcissism and driven-ness of her mother, and the setting in which she grew up, all made me nostalgic for A Tree Grows in Brooklyn and The Glass Castle. I was encouraged to read the hard times that she came from and how she rose to success over her lifetime. Wow.
I also loved hearing about the lifestyle of a rich and famous person. How amazing it would be to travel as I liked! Yet she was very real in reliving her husband's sickness and death. This stuff strikes all of us humans.
This book made me ponder what success really is and how I want to spend my hours and days while my son is young. It also made me happy for my Christian faith. Donna Karen seemed to bounce around to psychics, astrologers, and various other future-tellers, and this seems like shaky ground to me. Especially if there's money on the line in paying these people. I feel like my faith in Christ provides me with wisdom when I really need it. I guess I wish she would have found Christ, but I really appreciated her honesty about those things because a lot of people are very private about it.
I loved all the pictures she included.
I loved hearing about the clothes she likes - the flowing jersey, wrap kinds of things...black, gold, lack of colour. Love it. This made me SO appreciate the people that design and make my clothing!
I didn't know much at all about Donna Karan going into the book. The anecdotes about her childhood - the death of her father, the secrecy, narcissism and driven-ness of her mother, and the setting in which she grew up, all made me nostalgic for A Tree Grows in Brooklyn and The Glass Castle. I was encouraged to read the hard times that she came from and how she rose to success over her lifetime. Wow.
I also loved hearing about the lifestyle of a rich and famous person. How amazing it would be to travel as I liked! Yet she was very real in reliving her husband's sickness and death. This stuff strikes all of us humans.
This book made me ponder what success really is and how I want to spend my hours and days while my son is young. It also made me happy for my Christian faith. Donna Karen seemed to bounce around to psychics, astrologers, and various other future-tellers, and this seems like shaky ground to me. Especially if there's money on the line in paying these people. I feel like my faith in Christ provides me with wisdom when I really need it. I guess I wish she would have found Christ, but I really appreciated her honesty about those things because a lot of people are very private about it.
I loved all the pictures she included.
I loved hearing about the clothes she likes - the flowing jersey, wrap kinds of things...black, gold, lack of colour. Love it. This made me SO appreciate the people that design and make my clothing!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
March 25, 2019
Interesting read
As someone who is not plugged into the world of fashion, I thought this was an interesting look into one part of that world. It seems to be the unvarnished truth, and Donna Karen seems like a normal, relatable person. Easy, interesting read.
As someone who is not plugged into the world of fashion, I thought this was an interesting look into one part of that world. It seems to be the unvarnished truth, and Donna Karen seems like a normal, relatable person. Easy, interesting read.
April 22, 2020
There really isn’t an autobiography that I don’t like. I love fashion so I particularly enjoyed reading about Donna Karan’s life, the book did start to unnecessarily drag on about 80% through, but I still found the book very enjoyable.
May 9, 2024
Inspiring! Donna Karan is not unlike her friend Barbra Streisand in that she jumps into projects with full confidence the universe and success will rise up to meet her. To Ms. Karan freedom, risk, and the journey is the meaning of life.
June 1, 2017
Pleasantly surprised.
March 15, 2020
Don’t bother with this book. Very self absorbed in name dropping and her connections. The jobs her mother got for her and her need to try every self help or religion just got so BORING.
January 12, 2023
Amazing Grace; Love Rejoices in The Truth. I Corinthians 13; Jesus Is The Way, The Truth The Life; John14v6
December 31, 2023
Donna Karan is an incredibly interesting woman but her autobiography didn’t successfully channel it.
March 25, 2024
Interesting perspective about the fashion industry.
January 6, 2026
good, it just shows how narcissistic they all are
June 5, 2018
I had always admired Donna Karan's fashion line so I began the book. Could not finish it.
December 16, 2015
Donna Karan: A woman’s journey into the world of fashion
This is a fascinating book for anyone interested in the life and legacy of fashion designer Donna Karan. Her life is an extraordinary story of faith in her abilities and passion for her work. She is a woman who built $3 billion Empire, and designed for Jennifer Lopez, Reese Witherspoon, Hillary Clinton and many others. Karan is a wonderful raconteur as she glides through the ups and downs of her life. This story reminds me of another leading lady of the fashion industry, Diane von Furstenberg who built global business, creating an enduring brand that defined the world of haute couture. Diana Vreeland, the fashion editor of Harper’s Bazaar and editor-in-chief of Vogue provided a significant sense of style in fashion industry in her autobiography and so did the Cosmopolitan editor Amy Odell who went behind the curtain of fashion business in her memoir. But Donna Karan spares no punches as she reveals her inner most feelings about the fashion industry, her own life and the world we live in.
Author Ingrid Sischy wrote a book about Donna Karan in 2004 and this was followed by as second edition in 2006 as a part of the "Universe of Fashion" series. This work published numerous photographs illustrating the work of Donna Karan. It was just a glimpse of Karan’s life and work in the fashion establishment that complemented art and design collections. But the present biography goes deeper into her personal and spiritual side of her life that spans almost five decades. Karan's family influence is apparent in her life. At 14 she dropped out of school to sell clothing at a local boutique, and in 1968 she was accepted into the highly respected Parsons School of Design in New York City. While in school, Karan landed in a summer job to work for designer Anne Klein. She became a great gofer, and within two years she was the associate designer, and then the head designer at 25, after the death of her mentor Anne Klein. Years later she left Anne Klein and started her own brand in 1985, and in 1988, she began an affordable fashion line, called Donna Karan New York (DKNY), a women's line that was influenced by her original signature collection. In 2006, when she met His Holiness, the Dalai Lama and she learnt that there was a need for the preservation of historical and cultural heritage of Tibet. She founded Urban Zen Foundation to raise awareness and inspire others in this cause. This foundation supports artists, healthcare and education in countries like Haiti. In 2015 she left her role as Lead Designer of DKNY to focus on Urban Zen Foundation. In a recent interview, Karan told journalist Barbara Walters that she never wanted to be working mom. This illustrates the challenges a woman faces to succeed in the business world. Struggling to balance family life with her husband and children, and managing a business empire is a true accomplishment. Many friends and journalists have said that Karan was selfish and crude with her employees and business associates. It is just the nature of things in the business world; you got to be shrewd! After all she was trying to survive in a male-dominated world.
There are some parallels in the life of Donna Karan and Diane von Furstenberg. The latter’s memoir also dealt with life, family, love, beauty and business. These two women devoted their lives to empowering women in all aspects of life, especially the business world. This gospel of female empowerment is reflected in their work and legacy. Donna Karan, like Diane von Furstenberg, is a princess of fashion in her own right.
This is a fascinating book for anyone interested in the life and legacy of fashion designer Donna Karan. Her life is an extraordinary story of faith in her abilities and passion for her work. She is a woman who built $3 billion Empire, and designed for Jennifer Lopez, Reese Witherspoon, Hillary Clinton and many others. Karan is a wonderful raconteur as she glides through the ups and downs of her life. This story reminds me of another leading lady of the fashion industry, Diane von Furstenberg who built global business, creating an enduring brand that defined the world of haute couture. Diana Vreeland, the fashion editor of Harper’s Bazaar and editor-in-chief of Vogue provided a significant sense of style in fashion industry in her autobiography and so did the Cosmopolitan editor Amy Odell who went behind the curtain of fashion business in her memoir. But Donna Karan spares no punches as she reveals her inner most feelings about the fashion industry, her own life and the world we live in.
Author Ingrid Sischy wrote a book about Donna Karan in 2004 and this was followed by as second edition in 2006 as a part of the "Universe of Fashion" series. This work published numerous photographs illustrating the work of Donna Karan. It was just a glimpse of Karan’s life and work in the fashion establishment that complemented art and design collections. But the present biography goes deeper into her personal and spiritual side of her life that spans almost five decades. Karan's family influence is apparent in her life. At 14 she dropped out of school to sell clothing at a local boutique, and in 1968 she was accepted into the highly respected Parsons School of Design in New York City. While in school, Karan landed in a summer job to work for designer Anne Klein. She became a great gofer, and within two years she was the associate designer, and then the head designer at 25, after the death of her mentor Anne Klein. Years later she left Anne Klein and started her own brand in 1985, and in 1988, she began an affordable fashion line, called Donna Karan New York (DKNY), a women's line that was influenced by her original signature collection. In 2006, when she met His Holiness, the Dalai Lama and she learnt that there was a need for the preservation of historical and cultural heritage of Tibet. She founded Urban Zen Foundation to raise awareness and inspire others in this cause. This foundation supports artists, healthcare and education in countries like Haiti. In 2015 she left her role as Lead Designer of DKNY to focus on Urban Zen Foundation. In a recent interview, Karan told journalist Barbara Walters that she never wanted to be working mom. This illustrates the challenges a woman faces to succeed in the business world. Struggling to balance family life with her husband and children, and managing a business empire is a true accomplishment. Many friends and journalists have said that Karan was selfish and crude with her employees and business associates. It is just the nature of things in the business world; you got to be shrewd! After all she was trying to survive in a male-dominated world.
There are some parallels in the life of Donna Karan and Diane von Furstenberg. The latter’s memoir also dealt with life, family, love, beauty and business. These two women devoted their lives to empowering women in all aspects of life, especially the business world. This gospel of female empowerment is reflected in their work and legacy. Donna Karan, like Diane von Furstenberg, is a princess of fashion in her own right.
January 14, 2017
Once I start reading, I just can't put it down! I love this book! Bener-bener bisa ngikutin gimana jatuh bangunnya Donna Karan ngebangun bisnisnya dari nol. Mungkin gak semua diceritain sih, tapi lumayan dapet gambaran betapa kerasnya industri fashion di New York. Donna juga banyak menyebut nama orang-orang yang berjasa dalam karirnya, orang-orang didikannya hingga orang-orang yang mengecewakannya (gak banyak sih). Kalau sudah berada dalam posisi kesuksesan seperti Donna sekarang, maka gak heran kalo dia punya banyak temen artis. Temen-temen artis yang kalo buat orang-orang di luar industri entertainment adalah dewa-dewi, tapi di dalam cerita Donna adalah orang biasa yang juga bingung pake kostum apa buat acara-acara yang mereka ikuti. Plus beban mereka dobel karena mereka public figure. Cuma kelebihannya adalah ya mereka bisa dateng ke Donna Karan dan bilang,"Aku butuh baju buat ke sini dan acaranya besok," "Budgetnya sekian," "Oke,"
Makanya kalo baca review orang lain yang bilang di dalam buku ini kebanyakan name dropping, buat saya justru nama-nama itu membuat tulisan ini terasa real. Saya pernah bekerja di dalam industri entertainment, makanya saya bisa relate. Ketemu artis anu yang curhat lupa password sosmed dan akhirnya gak bisa ngambil job endorsement ya sama aja kayak denger temen yang cerita lupa password juga. Pada akhirnya, artis itu teman kerja juga. Punya kekurangan juga.
Yang saya juga suka di buku ini adalah bagaimana Donna juga mendalami spirituality. Beliau juga bermeditasi, senang mengikuti silent retreat, walaupun sering dicela suami dan anaknya sendiri sebagai woo-woo stuff. Tapi untuk sekelas beliau ya udah lebih gampang ya punya guru spiritual pribadi. Bikin studio yoga sendiri juga tinggal nyuruh orang.
Gak cuma perjalanan karir, perjalanan cintanya juga dikupas. Menurut saya, beliau salah satu orang yang beruntung bertemu dengan soulmatenya yang juga menjadi rekan bisnisnya. Terasa banget betapa Donna sangat mencintai suami dan keluarganya. Hebat juga bisa juggling waktu antara keluarga dan karir.
Tapi sesuka-sukanya saya sama perjalanan kisah hidup Donna Karan di buku ini, Donna Karan terasa banget bukan favorite boss. Tau kan tipe bos yang minggu ini ngomong A buat pitching tapi malam sebelum pitching dia ngomong,"Kayaknya kita ganti B aja deh...bisa ya? Masih ada waktu kan sebelum besok jam 8 pagi presentasi?" dan telpon itu masuk jam 1 pagi. #duar
Buku yang menarik buat yang tertarik dengan industri fashion, gimana jatuh bangunnya, gimana ketika harus ngikutin insting bisnis dan memperlakukan partner serta karyawan. Love it!
Makanya kalo baca review orang lain yang bilang di dalam buku ini kebanyakan name dropping, buat saya justru nama-nama itu membuat tulisan ini terasa real. Saya pernah bekerja di dalam industri entertainment, makanya saya bisa relate. Ketemu artis anu yang curhat lupa password sosmed dan akhirnya gak bisa ngambil job endorsement ya sama aja kayak denger temen yang cerita lupa password juga. Pada akhirnya, artis itu teman kerja juga. Punya kekurangan juga.
Yang saya juga suka di buku ini adalah bagaimana Donna juga mendalami spirituality. Beliau juga bermeditasi, senang mengikuti silent retreat, walaupun sering dicela suami dan anaknya sendiri sebagai woo-woo stuff. Tapi untuk sekelas beliau ya udah lebih gampang ya punya guru spiritual pribadi. Bikin studio yoga sendiri juga tinggal nyuruh orang.
Gak cuma perjalanan karir, perjalanan cintanya juga dikupas. Menurut saya, beliau salah satu orang yang beruntung bertemu dengan soulmatenya yang juga menjadi rekan bisnisnya. Terasa banget betapa Donna sangat mencintai suami dan keluarganya. Hebat juga bisa juggling waktu antara keluarga dan karir.
Tapi sesuka-sukanya saya sama perjalanan kisah hidup Donna Karan di buku ini, Donna Karan terasa banget bukan favorite boss. Tau kan tipe bos yang minggu ini ngomong A buat pitching tapi malam sebelum pitching dia ngomong,"Kayaknya kita ganti B aja deh...bisa ya? Masih ada waktu kan sebelum besok jam 8 pagi presentasi?" dan telpon itu masuk jam 1 pagi. #duar
Buku yang menarik buat yang tertarik dengan industri fashion, gimana jatuh bangunnya, gimana ketika harus ngikutin insting bisnis dan memperlakukan partner serta karyawan. Love it!
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